Federal contracts in New Mexico for small trade businesses

What: Weed control and groundskeeping services at FAA facility in Albuquerque, including lawn mowing, edging, fertilization, weed removal, tree/shrub care, irrigation maintenance, seasonal cleanups, and pest management. Period of performance not stated. Buyer: Federal Aviation Administration Where: Albuquerque ARTCC, 8000 Louisiana Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109 Deadline: November 1, 2026 Who can bid: This is a market research notice. Any qualified company may express interest. Key requirements: See notice Next step: Email Carey.Gonzalez@FAA.gov and Josh.Haker@FAA.gov with subject line "ZAB Grounds Maintenance-Interested Vendor" including your company name, point of contact, phone, email, UEI, and capability statement.

What: Demolish 5 vault toilets and decommission/relocate 3 CXT-style vault toilets at Gila National Forest. Optional work includes demolishing 1 Romtec toilet and installing new CXT "Gunnison" single-user toilet, or procuring and delivering toilet only. Buyer: US Forest Service Where: Silver City, NM Deadline: November 17, 2026 Who can bid: Reserved for small businesses certified by the Small Business Administration (SBA) Key requirements: see notice Next step: Obtain the full solicitation documents and submit your bid by the deadline.

What: Install a greenhouse at Wingate High School, Fort Wingate, NM. Project includes all labor, materials, equipment, supervision, transportation. Estimated value $100,000–$250,000. Buyer: Bureau of Indian Affairs Where: 1737 Shush Drive, Fort Wingate, NM 87316 Deadline: November 19, 2026 Who can bid: Only Indian-owned small businesses (ISBEE set-aside). Must be certified. Key requirements: Bond required if bid exceeds $35,000. Prevailing wage rates apply. See notice for all labor and compliance clauses. Next step: Submit your complete price quote (labor, materials, taxes, shipping) by deadline to this notice.

What: Operate a military dining facility (DFAC) at Santa Fe Training Complex. Serve approximately 800–1,000 soldiers annually across three training courses (Basic Leader Course, Motor Transport Operator Course, Officer Candidate School). Provide three meals daily during active training cycles (~248 feeding days per year, ~285 total operating days including prep). Maintain 14-hour daily coverage during operations. Manage all staffing, supervision, uniforms, food preparation, storage, sanitation, and field meal packaging. Period: 4 years (1 base year + 3 optional years). Buyer: U.S. Department of the Army (New Mexico Army National Guard). Where: Santa Fe Training Complex, 27A Bataan Blvd, Santa Fe, New Mexico. Deadline: October 28, 2026 (deadline to submit capability information; this is a Sources Sought notice, not a formal bid). Who can bid: Any business classified as small under NAICS code 722310 and registered in SAM.gov. SBA certification is not required. 8(a), HUBZone, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, and Women-Owned small businesses are encouraged to respond. Key requirements: Not stated in the notice summary. Check before bidding: (1) Full Performance Work Statement (PWS) with complete operational specifications, staffing ratios, and performance standards; (2) Wage determination requirements and applicable labor regulations. Next step: Register your business in SAM.gov if not already registered. Review the full Sources Sought notice and attachments. Submit a capability statement addressing the FFP pricing questions and your experience in military food service operations by October 28, 2026.

What: Roof repairs at West Wing Administration Building—remove damaged materials, repair and replace roofing membrane, seal penetrations, restore to watertight condition. Approximately 18,000 square feet. Buyer: Indian Health Service Where: Northern Navajo Medical Center, Shiprock, New Mexico Deadline: October 27, 2026 (this is the deadline to respond to this market research notice, not to bid) Who can bid: Any responsible business may respond, including large companies. Indian-owned businesses (small or large) will be considered first under Buy Indian Act; then small businesses may be considered for set-asides. This is full and open competition. Key requirements: Not stated in the notice summary Check before bidding: (1) Full scope of work and detailed specifications in attachments; (2) Wage determination and any schedule requirements Next step: Email your company profile, capability statement, past performance history, and SAM.gov registration to michelle.james@ihs.gov by October 27, 2026, 10:00 am MDT with subject line "SSN – NNMC West Wing Roof Repairs, SS-SRSU-27-0002." If Native American-owned, include completed IHS IEE Representation Form.

What: Construction of new United States Border Patrol Integrated Training Complex at Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers, Artesia NM. One task order award anticipated. Buyer: Federal Law Enforcement Training Center Where: Artesia, New Mexico Deadline: November 6, 2026 Who can bid: Only current DHS National Multiple Award Construction Contract (NMACC III) IDIQ Pool #1 Unrestricted large contractors. Ten contractors will receive separate email with access instructions. Key requirements: See notice Next step: Wait for email from DHS with solicitation documents and submission instructions if you are an approved NMACC III Pool #1 contractor.

What: Build wildlife water catchment system and pipe fence at Hickman location. Scope and quantity not specified in notice. Buyer: Bureau of Land Management Where: Socorro Field Office area, New Mexico Deadline: November 9, 2026 Who can bid: Small businesses (SBA set-aside) Key requirements: Site visit required Thursday October 29, 2026 at 8:00 AM MT at Socorro Field Office, 901 Old US Hwy 85, Socorro, NM 87801. Questions due November 4, 2026 at 3:00 PM ET. See full notice for other requirements. Next step: Attend the mandatory site visit on October 29, 2026, then submit your bid by November 9, 2026 at 3:00 PM ET.

What: Weed control and groundskeeping services at FAA facility in Albuquerque. Tasks include weed removal, lawn mowing, landscaping, tree/shrub care, irrigation maintenance, seasonal cleanups, pest control, and parking lot maintenance. Period of performance not stated. Buyer: Federal Aviation Administration Where: Albuquerque ARTCC, 8000 Louisiana Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109 Deadline: December 15, 2026 Who can bid: Any qualified business; no set-aside restrictions Key requirements: See notice Next step: Email Carey.Gonzalez@FAA.gov and Josh.Haker@FAA.gov with subject line "ZAB Grounds Maintenance-Interested Vendor" including your company name, contact person, phone, email, UEI, and capability statement.

What: Design, remove, and replace Barillas Lookout Tower cab with new cab and lightning protection system. Optional: install comprehensive lightning protection system at Encino Vista Lookout Tower. New Mexico. Buyer: Forest Service Where: Santa Fe National Forest, near Pecos and Coyote, NM Deadline: November 6, 2026 Who can bid: Only small businesses can bid. This contract is reserved for small companies under $45 million in size. Key requirements: Attend mandatory site visits (October 13 at Pecos office; October 14 at Coyote office). Email Aaron Trujillo with your representative's name. Submit questions by October 19, 2026. Next step: Register your company representative for site visits immediately. Email aaron.trujillo@usda.gov or call 575-779-7756 with names and company.

What: Road maintenance and construction work in New Mexico National Forests (Carson, Cibola, Gila, Lincoln, Santa Fe, Kiowa). Services include road maintenance, construction, emergency work, and complex work. Continuous solicitation with ongoing awards. Buyer: Forest Service Where: Santa Fe, New Mexico Deadline: February 1, 2028 Who can bid: Set aside for small businesses certified by SBA Key requirements: see notice Next step: Review all attachments. Submit your bid before the deadline through the official system.